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  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    The Model Prayer - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Aug 7, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,209 views

    The elements of Christ’s model prayer give us a glimpse into a living, breathing example of form and structure that God desires for effective prayer.

    The Model Prayer – Part 1 Griffith Baptist Church – 7/30/06 P.M. Service Text: Matthew 6:9-13 (verses 9-10) Theme: The elements of Christ’s model prayer give us a glimpse into a living, breathing example of form and structure that God desires for effective prayer. Introduction: During the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Model Prayer - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Aug 7, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,521 views

    This is a continuation of examining the elements of Jesus’ prayer as it gives us a glimpse in a living, breathing example of form and structure that God desires for effective prayer.

    The Model Prayer – Part 2 Griffith Baptist Church – 8/6/06 P.M. Service Text: Matthew 6:9-13 (verses 11-13) Theme: The elements of Christ’s model prayer give us a glimpse into a living, breathing example of form and structure that God desires for effective prayer. Introduction: Once there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stan Rodda avatar

    Discovering The Hindrances To Successful Prayer Series

    Contributed by Stan Rodda on Oct 13, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,401 views

    Looking at how the Apostles and early Christians when they prayed they had success and breaking down barriers that cause our prayers to fall short.

    Discovering the Hindrances to Successful Prayer Early Christians devoted themselves to prayer They were successful- Acts 4:31 Prayer is our communication & fellowship w/God! Many questions exist about prayer Why should I pray? Who do we pray to? Father, Son, HS Does God hear my prayers? Is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Getting Your Prayers Answered

    Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,058 views

    The keys to getting your prayers answers.

    Lesson Topic: Getting Your Prayers Answered (Matthew 7:7-11) Many Christians struggle in the area of prayer. There are many reasons why people claim that they don’t make time to pray. But the main reason can be summarized this way: OUR COMFORT KEEPS US FROM PRAYER. Jesus did give us ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Prayer Of Christ For His Church

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Oct 30, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,159 views

    The inclusiveness expressed in verse 20 reveals that, although He was referring to His disciples in particular in verses 13-19, He expanded His intercession to include all the church throughout time.

    THE PRAYER OF CHRIST FOR HIS CHURCH “But now I come to You, and these things I speak in the world, that they may have My joy fulfilled in themselves. I have given them Your word; and the world has hated them because they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. I do not pray that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wesley Bishop avatar

    Day Of Prayer For The Persecuted Church

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Nov 12, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,321 views

    This is for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church.

    [[A word about this sermon. This was a message for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. This sermon was preached in four movements, or parts. We gathered. We read Psalm 23 responsively. We sang 2 songs. I then preached Part I. We sang 3 songs. I then preached Part II. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Daniel Habben avatar

    A Prayer For The New (Church) Year

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 9,101 views

    A Prayer for the New (Church) Year

    Happy New Year! No, this is not a “Max Webber” greeting. Max (a member at St. Peter), as you know, likes to greet people with “Happy New Year!” no matter what time of year it is just to get a reaction. I, however, am very serious when I say “Happy New Year!” because even though January 1st is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Joe Harding avatar

    Prayer: It Is Our Little Secret

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Nov 21, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,075 views

    OUR FATHER HAS A SECRET AND IT IS A PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH HIM!

    PRAYER: IT IS OUR LITTLE SECRET MATTHEW 6: 1-13 NOVEMBER 7, 2004 INTRODUCTION: From the final scene of "Shrek": Fiona: "I was supposed to be beautiful" Shrek: "But you are beautiful" YOU SEE, FIONA HAD A LITTLE SECRET. AT NIGHT THE BEAUTIFUL PRINCESS BECAME AN ORGERESS. Unconditional love. It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    Eight Qualities Of Effective Prayer

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,145 views

    How effective is your prayer life?

    Intro: We all want to have a more effective prayer life. In order to do so, our prayers must have certain qualities. - James 5:16b …The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous one avails much. I. Prayer should be specific. (v.16-18) - Turn away wrath - Provide Mercy • ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. William D. Poovey avatar

    Why Prayers Go Unanswered

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 25, 2015
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     | 6,026 views

    John 9:31 31 Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth..

    John 9:31 31 Now we know that God heareth not sinners: but if any man be a worshipper of God, and doeth his will, him he heareth. (KJV) John 15:7 If you remain in me and my word remains in you, ask whatever you wish and it will be given to you. (KJV) Prov 15:8 8 The sacrifice of the wicked is ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Steve Ely avatar

    119 - Pt. 2 - Prayer Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 14, 2014
     | 7,559 views

    Lengthy and loaded. Confrontational and convicting. All reasons we very seldom (but need to) spend time in the One One Nine!

    119 - Pt. 2 I. Introduction It is long. It is lengthy. It is passed over by those who prefer brevity. It is neglected by those who prefer short and sweet. It is shunned by the Reader's Digest crowd. However, in its great length is also has great depth. Multifaceted. It is rich. It is worth the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Lord's Prayer - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 17, 2014
     | 4,578 views

    "Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors:" When we think of forgiveness we usually think about who we have to forgive. Rarely do we remember that unforgiveness is a sin that we are committing when we refuse to forgive.

    Please continue standing as we read what is most commonly known as “The Lord’s Prayer” Matthew 6:9-13 (KJV) “Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid avatar

    Prayer Against Enemy Attack Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 24, 2014
     | 7,827 views

    God will stay the course in the day of the enemies' attack and give you grace until truth and salvation finish.

    Prayer Against Enemy Attack by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (July 24, 2014) “And David spake unto the LORD the words of this song in the day that the LORD had delivered him out of the hand of all his enemies and out of the hand of Saul” (II Samuel 22:1, King ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    The Lord's Prayer - Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 24, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,039 views

    This sermon covers, "Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." The main emphasis is on "deliver us from evil." Many Christians boldly and repeatedly boast that, "We are all sinners." So, can God really deliver us from evil (sin) or can't He?

    Please continue standing as we read what is most commonly known as “The Lord’s Prayer” Matthew 6:9-13 (KJV) “Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid avatar

    Prayer For Help Waiting On The Lord Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 25, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,393 views

    God is still on His throne. His arm will levy judgment against those who are enemies of his righteous servants.

    Prayer For Help Waiting On The LORD by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (July 25, 2014) “So that a man shall say, Verily there is a reward for the righteous: verily he is a God that judgeth in the earth” (Psalms 58:11, King James Version [David reproveth wicked ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends